A security-aware web browser with private DNS option and integration of Site Inspector.
Comodo IceDragon is a fully-featured web browser based 100% on Mozilla's Firefox. Unlike Firefox, Comodo IceDragon has been customized in several ways and leverages a few extra privacy features developed by Comodo.
One of the first things to note when installing IceDragon is the fact that Comodo offers to utilize their own DNS servers instead of the ones provided by your ISP. The benefit here is that your browsing details are not shared with third parties which are known to purchase user browsing habits from ISPs. Using Comodo's DNS servers also allows users to avoid DNS hijacking which is generally viewed as an unethical form of online advertising for mistyped URLs. Comodo also filters known malware domains.
In addition to private DNS servers, Comodo also provides users with their own Site Inspector tool which warns users if they are visiting a web site known for distributing malware and other malicious practices. Another thing setting this browser apart from Firefox is the addition of the Facebook button which allows for quick sharing of online content with friends on Facebook.
Apart from the extras that Comodo adds to IceDragon that aren't included with Firefox, it operates virtually the same as Firefox while supporting all of the addons and extensions available from Mozilla.
One extra thing to note, also, is the fact that Comodo has decided to partner with Yahoo! instead of Google for user searches. In light of privacy concerns when using Google's services and reflecting the fact that Comodo is a security software company, we weren't all too surprised.
On that note, when you install Comodo IceDragon, you will be given the option to import passwords and bookmarks from your current default browser.
Overall, Comodo's revised browser layout and design is certainly welcome and the addition of certain privacy features perfectly suit users who are concerned or worried about online safety and privacy.
Features of Comodo IceDragon
- Integrates with Facebook and Twitter.
- Add-ons: Compatible with Firefox extensions.
- Compatibility: Supports most modern web standards.
- Customization: Change toolbars and themes.
- Download manager: Streamlined downloading.
- Interface: Intuitive and user-friendly.
- Malware protection: Real-time blocking of malicious content.
- Performance: Optimized for Windows.
- Privacy: Private browsing mode.
- Search engine: Includes Google, Yahoo and Bing.
- Security: Enhanced privacy protection.
- Social media: Built-in Facebook and Twitter integration.
- Speed: Fast web-browsing
- Tracking protection: Blocks websites from tracking your activity.
- VPN: Included Comodo secure DNS.
- Video: Supports HTML5 video playback.
Compatibility and License
Comodo IceDragon is a freeware, but ad-supported application available on Windows from web browsers. You may encounter different types of ads or offers when running and installing this program. Though ads might be present, download and installation of this PC software is free and 65.0.2.15 is the latest version last time we checked.
What version of Windows can Comodo IceDragon run on?
Comodo IceDragon can be used on a computer running Windows 11 or Windows 10. Previous versions of the OS shouldn't be a problem with Windows 8 and Windows 7 having been tested. It comes in both 32-bit and 64-bit downloads.
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- Free Web Browsers
- Portable Software
- Mozilla Browsing Software
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